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SLR 491R

1977 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,406 mi
Last recorded33,406 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLR 491R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 33,406 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 33,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside parking brake becoming lazy

Pass 12 Jul 2011 33,200 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 33,192 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,188 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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SLR 491R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SLR 491R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 49 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SLR 491R registered?

SLR 491R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is SLR 491R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLR 491R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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